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Member Corner Updates | |
New Members:
~ Prairie Upholstery & Vacuum
Center
200 6th Street SW
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 262-3296
Contact: Ernie Rousseau
~ Benson Laundry
405 Benson Avenue SE
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 235-2838
Contact: Mike Watson
Member Changes/Drops:
~ Nothing to report this week |
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Ambassadors Present
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Edward Jones - Tom Odens Office
2211 1st St. South, Ste. 130
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 214-5448
Pictured left to right: Ann Anderson, Beth Franzen (Staff), Jessie Jacobson, Nicole Franzwa, Tom Odens (Financial Advisor), Laura Borgerding, Mitch Neal, Lynn Gauer and Abdirizak Mahboub.
Q's HeadGear
1605 1st Street South
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 262-3373
Pictured left to right: Laura Borgerding, Jessie Jacobson, Abdirizak Mahboub, Lynn Gauer, Nicole Franzwa, Sam Wood (Owner), Steve Peppin (Owner) and Mitch Neal.
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Images by Amy Lynn |
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Upcoming Events
See article at the right for detailed information!
Continue to check the website - www.nextwillmar.com and Facebook for future events and details. |
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Click on the iCardinal icon above to view the "Willmar Technology & Education Fund" brochure. A Matching Fund Initiative with Willmar Public Schools. | | |
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Top Job Posting for April | |
- ARCH Language Network - Medical Interpreters
- Habitat for Humanity of West Central MN - ABWK Program VISTA & ReStore Program VISTA
- Heartland Community Action Agency, Inc. - Emergency Housing Manager - Job #0512A
- Jennie-O Turkey Store - Live Production Field Specialist - Spicer, MN
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Minnesota Chamber of Commerce 2012 Spring Regional Policy Meeting
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
8:00 - 9:00 am
The Oaks at Eagle Creek
Government may be divided, but the Minnesota Chamber remains united in our goal to strengthen the business environment and improve the lives of all Minnesotans.
As we prepare for 2013, two issues especially draw our attention:
- Establish the Minnesota Chamber as a leader with respect to tax reform. We seek to develop a revenue-neutral plan that will improve the competitiveness of Minnesota businesses of all types and sizes, plus make the state's revenue system more stable and predictable.
- Establish the Minnesota Chamber as a leader with respect to higher ed reform. Employers, whether enjoying good times or bad times, are challenged to find skilled workers. We have an opportunity for Minnesota to distinguish itself as the "skilled worker state."
As a member-driven organization, our first step in developing legislative policies and priority issues begins with you. Your feedback will help to review and revise current policies, and, equally important, identify new issues that impact your ability to compete and expand your business in Minnesota. The meeting also will include a brief overview of the 2012 legislative session, and a quick look ahead to the elections this fall.
We are here to listen.
Please join us at The Oaks at Eagle Creek on Wednesday, May 30th from 8:00 - 9:00 am. Click here to sign up! |
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20th Annual Leadership Perspectives Graduates
The Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 20th Annual Leadership Perspectives class. The class of 36 completed its year on May 17th with a graduation ceremony featuring keynote speaker Joe Apol of Apol's Harley Davidson.
The Leadership Perspectives program is sponsored by the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber with financial support from the City of Willmar, Kandiyohi County and the Mid-Minnesota Development Commission. It is designed to develop leaders who are informed, dynamic, qualified and motivated.
We would like to thank everyone who participated in the planning and facilitation of the Leadership Program and a special thanks to Ridgewater College, Rice Memorial Hospital, MinnWest Technology Campus and the Kandiyohi County Health & Human Services Building for the use of their facilities. |
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5th Grade Students Attend Chamber
Sponsored Ag Tours
Students and teachers from Willmar Public, Community Christian and New London-Spicer Schools, recently went on tours sponsored by the Chamber's Agri-Business Committee.
A generous "thank you" to this year's hosts: CoJo Dairy, Carlson Dairy and Roger & Mary Swart Dairy. More "thank you's" to the West Central Ag Association for sponsoring the transportation. Finally a big "thank you" to the committee members, especially Jim Strouth (Atwater State Bank - Kandiyohi Office) and Greg Swenson (Nova-Tech Engineering) for taking the lead on organizing this year's tours. |
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19th Annual Aggie Open
Monday, June 25th
Little Crow Country Club
11 am shotgun start
Attention Golfers - Sign up today! Cost: $75/person which includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart, sleeve of golf balls and dinner. Your payment to the Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce will confirm your reservation.
Businesses - Looking for a way to promote your business? Consider donating items to put in our goodie bags for the Aggie Open. We are also looking for items to be raffled off at dinner (golf balls, gift certificates, coolers, lawn chairs, etc.). This is a great way to extend the visibility and goodwill of your company.
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Upcoming Activities
May 31st - Real Estate Finance 101
12 - 1 pm at The Oaks at Eagle Creek
If you would like to purchase a home or refinance your existing home, but don't know if this is the right financial decision for you, join us for a lunch and learn presented by Heritage Bank. From start to finish all the most frequently asked mortgage questions will be answered. Facilitated by Duaine Amundson & Jeff Asche. Combined they have 50 plus years of experience as Real Estate Profressionals! FREE event for all NeXt members! Lunch will be provided by Heritage Bank. RSVP to 235-0300 or [email protected] by 12 pm on May 29th. SPACE IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 50 PEOPLE.
June 7th - Bike Ride Around Green Lake/BBQ at Saulsbury Beach
5:30 pm Saulsbury Beach, Spicer
Meet at 5:30 pm at Saulsbury Beach and depart on the ride at 5:45 pm. Bring the whole family for a bike ride or just to play games! A special thank you to Jennie-O Turkey Store for providing the burgers and brats for our event!
June 14th - Stingers vs. Thunder Bay
6:05 pm at Bill Taunton Stadium
Join us at 6:05 pm for a picnic prior to the 7:05 pm game time. Cost is $17/person, kids 4 and under are free. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. To purchase call Diane at 231.0271 or email [email protected] today!
September 20th - Managing Life's Stress with Dan Randall
3 - 5 pm
Watch for more details to come on this event.
Continue to check the website - www.nextwillmar.com and
Facebook for future events and details! |
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Stick 'Em Up for the Chamber
If you see a WLACC Membership Decal around Kandiyohi County email it to us at [email protected] and we will post it in the e-news. Below are a couple that we have spotted in the community.
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Once Upon A Carrot |
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Rambow Inc. |
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